Born in 1992, Chef Phillip Frankland Lee's culinary journey began at a remarkably young age, with a profound passion for the art of cooking that would ultimately shape his life's work. As the grandson of the renowned comedian Phil Silvers, whose namesake he proudly bears, Chef Lee's innate talent and dedication to his craft were evident from the very start.
Rising through the ranks with unwavering determination, Chef Lee began his professional career as a dishwasher at the tender age of 18, before rapidly ascending to the position of Sous Chef by the time he was 21. By the age of 24, he had already reached the esteemed role of Executive Chef, a testament to his exceptional skills and unrelenting work ethic.
However, it was at the age of 25 that Chef Lee truly realized his dream, opening his first solo restaurant and solidifying his status as a culinary mastermind. His esteemed establishment, Pasta | Bar, located in the picturesque city of Encino, California, garnered widespread recognition, including the prestigious honor of a Michelin star in 2021, a crowning achievement that cemented his position as a culinary force to be reckoned with.
